Re: Syrian refugee fundraiser
In answer to the letter that Vicky Layfield sent in (Re: Syrian refugee fundraiser, Feb 11/16). I admire the fact that you are one of the first to express concern about Syrian refugees entering our country. I feel sorry for your housing situation. You are one of many and it will… READ MORE
History with First Nations
Several years ago I had the privilege of meeting Grandfather William Commanda, a well known Algonquin leader who lived at Maniwaki in Quebec. He was a great Elder who spoke about forgiveness and the “Circle of all Nations”. At the other end of the spectrum we have the letter written… READ MORE
Re: Mike Bossio to chair Rural Caucus
A big shout-out to life-time Liberal, Lorne Jenkins and the laurels he bestowed in his Feb. 27 letter (Re: Mike Bossio to chair Rural Caucus) in the Frontenac News on the victorious neighbouring MPs, Mike Bossio (Hastings–Lennox & Addington) and Mark Gerretsen, (Kingston and the Islands) – both persons of long-standing… READ MORE
Re: Henderson Road
I am sick and tired replacing parts on my truck. I have replaced my ball joints Jan. 2016 and now I have to replace them again because Central Frontenac Township cannot fix the roads. If anyone else agrees with this, post your comments and post your pictures of damages. They… READ MORE
Re: Mike Bossio to chair Rural Caucus
It is so satisfying to see Mike Bossio recognized so soon for the good man he is. Mike is truly the kind of person who should be in politics. He has a background in municipal politics having served as a councillor in Tyendinaga. He is a successful business man, having… READ MORE
Re: Braving the Cold at Heritage Festival
Re: winter camping in Arden As much as I like Julie Druker and her usual *spot on* reporting (Re: Braving the Cold at Heritage Festival), there are a few corrections that need airing about the great sub-arctic sleepover. No mention was made of Bob Miller, who was inside having his… READ MORE
Sad Anniversary
As is customary, we find tributes to lost loved ones in the next few pages. I’ve never “put anything in” over the past years, not for the lack of seeing beautiful tributes, but rather because I felt I could contribute something in time. The 21st of Feb. Marks the 6th… READ MORE
Arden Road
Letter to Mayor Frances Smith, I am sending this email to you once again to speak on the condition of the Arden Road to the south. As noted in the many emails from last year, the condition of the Arden Road is in dire need of resurfacing. I know the… READ MORE
Domestic cats add to their environmental effects
New research shows that concentrations of domestic (or feral) cats can transmit toxoplasma to wild species. Cats are the definitive host for Toxoplasma gondii , a protozoan parasite, which can infect other wildlife species as secondary hosts. Wildlife that has been infected ranges from mice to foxes to bobcats and… READ MORE
Black History Month
I have thought about this designation of February being Black history month for some time now. I realize this is an American attempt to bring awareness to inequalities and the history that created this situation in the US. Canada has its own dark history that should be recognized in Canada… READ MORE
Seniors’ activities needed
As a senior in our community I’m a little concerned that more people are not trying to convince the township council to come up with a plan to help seniors by supplying them with a few more physical activities. They seem to be going in the right direction by buying… READ MORE
Re: electoral reform
I’ve just received Scott Reid’s latest letter to his constituents. In it, he is making the case that a referendum is absolutely necessary for any changes to our voting system. We should note that each time the Conservatives, under the Harper government, changed the Election Act there was no nation… READ MORE
Re: Syrian refugee fundraiser
I find it hard to believe that Kingston is setting up a Syrian family of 12. They are coming here and everything is handed to them. How nice! What about the homeless people in Kingston who are desperately trying to find suitable, affordable shelter? I am on ODSP and recently… READ MORE
Re: New Ompah Firehall in need of repair
The headline in the January 21 Frontenac News (New Ompah Firehall in need of repair, Jan 21/16) grabs our attention but it gives very much the wrong impression about a successful community-based project. The report below the headline contains erroneous statements made by councillors - my special interest in telling… READ MORE
Re: Northbrook Ambulance Service to be reduced
For the past 4 years Northbrook ambulance service received back up assistance during its day shift from the Denbigh ambulance service. Denbigh ambulance was moved to Northbrook base when Northbrook was on a call. That is, Northbrook was receiving ambulance service from 2 ambulances. This will no longer happen if… READ MORE
Re: Forcillo trial
Coming from a police family where my father worked the street gangs unit of a major city and my uncle worked narcotics, I look hard and long into the absurdity of what has passed as due process in the Forcillo trial. This is uncomplicated if you break it down ethically.… READ MORE